Construction Tradesman Start-Up Technician

Socket.dev; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Start-Up Technician to install, start up, troubleshoot, and service commercial refrigeration systems in supermarket environments. You will execute pre-start checks, leak tests, and commissioning while ensuring 100% customer satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of supermarket refrigeration experience, Universal EPA Certification, and a strong focus on safety and documentation. Travel and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; EPA certification mandatory.
• Minimum of 7 years in supermarket refrigeration/freezer systems.
• Experience with energy management controls and rack refrigeration.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Install, start-up, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair refrigeration systems.
• Commission and test equipment; ensure leak testing and safety compliance.
• Provide customer-focused service with clear documentation.
• Coordinate with leadership and customers to resolve issues.
• Maintain clean vehicle and professional appearance; follow procedures.
• Perform duties safely and in line with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team player

Follow directions

Self-sufficient

Flexible hours

iPad proficiency

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Universal EPA Certification

7+ years supermarket refrigeration experience

Tools

Novar

CPC

Danfoss

Micro-Thermo

RDM

Energy Management Controls

Rack Refrigeration

Job description

The Start-Up Technician will provide expert, journeyman-level work in the installation, start-up, troubleshooting, diagnosis, fine-tuning, and repair of refrigeration electrical, mechanical, and microprocessor control systems commonly installed in supermarkets and single systems, parallel racks systems, display cases and walk-in boxes. The technician will perform pre-start prep, pressure tests, evacuation, start-up, commissioning, leak detection procedures, and service calls resulting in 100% customer satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide knowledgeable and professional workmanship and project oversight.
• Communicate issues with leadership or customers and take ownership of resolutions.
• Maintain high-quality customer service and care.
• Provide timely and quality operational hand-off and commissioning.
• Provide detailed notes and pictures in all dispatches assigned.
• Follow company policy on all check-in and checkout procedures with all customers.
• Keep a clean, organized truck and professional appearance.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety, environmental, government compliance, and project rules.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Desired Skills, Certifications, and Education

• Excellent communication skills
• Time management skills
• Team player who can ensure fast, reliable, and expert service to every customer.
• Ability to follow directions and specific process steps to ensure quality workmanship
• Self-sufficient and able to work with little direct supervision
• Flexibility to work variable and flexible hours, including overtime
• Ability to use an I-pad
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Universal EPA Certification Required
• 7+ years of supermarket refrigeration/freezer experience
• Must have experience with Novar, CPC, Danfoss, Micro-Thermo, RDM, and other Energy Management Controls and Rack Refrigeration
• Be an honest team player, growth-oriented, ability to do whatever it takes; safely!

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to stand; walk; climb; carry; bend; kneel; reach; push; pull and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds; noise level is medium/low.

In alignment with Climate Pros’ values and applicable laws, we are committed to promoting pay transparency and equity. Compensation within the stated range will vary based on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Final offers will be tailored to the individual’s qualifications and potential contribution.